Here are examples of important printings and facsimiles of the Declaration of Independence—ranging from broadsides and newspapers printed in July 1776 to William J. Stone’s copperplate engraving and other, more decorative, early 19th century prints.

If you’d like additional information, see the following:

America’s National Treasure: The Declaration of Independence & William J. Stone’s Official Facsimileis available here.

Our chronological list of July 1776 and other significant Declaration-related imprints, including the earliest notices of independence is availablehere.

Own a Piece of History. To see our current inventory of signers of the Declaration of Independence and related material click here.

Stone Declaration, Vellum Copy

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. William J. Stone, Copperplate engraving on vellum, “In Congress, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America.” First Edition.

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE.The New-England Chronicle, July 18, 1776, Vol. VIII No. 413. Newspaper, with the entire text of the Declaration on page 1 of 4. Subscriber’s name “Mr Jacob Willard” written at top of page 1. Boston: printed by Powars & Willis. Description Available for Reference

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. Copperplate engraving printed on heavy woven paper. First edition imprint at top, “ENGRAVED by W.J. STONE for the Dept. of State by order of J. Q. Adams, Sec of State July 4, 1823.”

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. This museum store copy is 11¾ x 14¾ in. Any copies that have this handwritten appearance, and are under 20 x 30 inches, are reproductions. Many of the larger size copies are as well, but there we have to be careful, as there are some quite valuable full-size early reproductions. If you think you may have a valuable copy, consult these instructions and email details and photos of the document to real@sethkaller.com. Note that we cannot respond to emails that do not include a photo.